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Swoop

5 lettersverb

Updated June 2026

Definition

to move rapidly downward through the air

The falcon would swoop on its prey from a great height.

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slidepounce

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Wordle

"Swoop" repeats a letter (4 unique of 5), so it rules out fewer options as an opening guess. Its 2 vowels balance the consonants.

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"Swoop" is worth 10 points before board bonuses. Aim its letters at double/triple-letter and word squares to lift the score.

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